Two drivers face DUI charges in Raritan Township

RARITAN TWP. — Township police report two arrests on charges of driving under the influence of alcohol.

• Wilkins Rivera-Vargas, 38, of Philadelphia was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol on Friday, May 2, at about 2 a.m. after a traffic stop on Voorhees Corner Road for allegedly failing to stay in his lane.

Rivera-Vargas was also issued summonses for alleged reckless driving, failure to stay in his lane, and making an unsafe lane change. The investigation and arrest were by Patrolman David Carson.

• James E. Hine, 51, of Flemington was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol after being involved in a two-vehicle accident near Capner Street on Saturday, May 3, at 4:15 p.m.

Hine allegedly struck a parked vehicle that was in the lot and then fled the scene. Hine was later found a short distance from the scene of the accident. The accident didn't result in any injuries. Hine was also issued summonses for alleged reckless driving, failure to report an accident, and leaving the scene of an accident. The investigation and arrest were by Patrolman Al Cox.